Port and Maritime Security

Since September 11, 2001, The World Shipping Council and its member companies have worked closely with governments on developing effective strategies for maritime security improvement.

In support of the on-going work to enhance maritime security, the World Shipping Council has established a Security Advisory Committee comprised of representatives from member companies whose primary role is to analyze, propose and implement measures that consistently improve the security of ports, vessels, cargo and personnel. 

The Council shares the recommendations of the Security Advisory Committee with other stakeholders and with policy makers and actively participates on the following advisory councils:

• U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s National Maritime Security Advisory Committee (NMSAC), which is chaired by Council President, Chris Koch. Read more about DHS and maritime security >>
• Advisory Committee to U. S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) on Commercial Operations of Customs and Border Protection (COAC)
• U. S. Chamber of Commerce Homeland Security Policy Task Force – Read more >>
• Private Sector Consultative Group of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Learn more about the WCO >>

Learn more about:

Cargo Security

Vessel and Port Security

Port and Maritime Security News

Other Useful links:

Department of Homeland Security

U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Security

U. S. Customs and Border Patrol

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